Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
grim
adjective
/ɡrɪm/
Definition
Knowing or revealing a sense of forbidding or uninviting intent.
Examples
- The grim reality of the situation sank in.
- Her grim expression told me she was not pleased.
- He told a grim story about the consequences of war.
Meaning
The term ‘grim’ often describes something that is stern, forbidding, or harsh. It can refer to a person’s expression or demeanor as well as to situations or atmospheres that feel uneasy or menacing.
Synonyms
- stern
- forbidding
- harsh
- serious
- dreary
